Terms of Use

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using MuseumsUK ("the Website"), you accept and agree to be bound by these Terms of Use and our Privacy Policy.

If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use this Website.

2. Use of the Website

This Website is an informational resource about museums in the United Kingdom. You may use it to:

• Browse museum information
• Search and filter museums
• View museum locations on maps
• Access museum opening hours, admission prices, and contact details

You must NOT:

• Use automated systems (bots, scrapers) to access the Website excessively
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any part of the Website
• Use the Website for any illegal or unauthorized purpose
• Transmit viruses, malware, or any harmful code
• Impersonate any person or entity

3. Information Accuracy

We strive to provide accurate and up-to-date information about museums, including:

• Opening hours
• Admission prices
• Contact details
• Accessibility information
• Exhibition details

However:

• Information may change without notice
• Museums may update their details independently
• We are not responsible for inaccuracies or outdated information
• Always verify critical information directly with the museum before visiting

4. No Warranties

This Website is provided "AS IS" and "AS AVAILABLE" without warranties of any kind, either express or implied, including but not limited to:

• Accuracy, completeness, or reliability of information
• Availability or uninterrupted access
• Fitness for a particular purpose
• Non-infringement of third-party rights

5. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, MuseumsUK shall not be liable for:

• Any direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages
• Loss of profits, data, or business opportunities
• Damages arising from reliance on information provided
• Errors, omissions, or interruptions in service
• Third-party actions or content

Important: Nothing in these terms excludes liability for death or personal injury caused by negligence, fraud, or fraudulent misrepresentation, or any other liability that cannot be excluded under UK law.

6. Third-Party Links

This Website contains links to third-party websites, including:

• Museum official websites
• Google Maps
• OpenStreetMap
• Social media platforms

We are not responsible for the content, privacy policies, or practices of these third-party sites. Use them at your own risk.

7. Intellectual Property

All content on this Website, including text, graphics, logos, and code, is owned by MuseumsUK or licensed to us.

You may:

• View and print pages for personal, non-commercial use
• Share links to the Website

You may NOT:

• Reproduce, modify, or distribute Website content without permission
• Use our branding, logos, or trademarks
• Create derivative works from our content

8. Museum Data Sources

Museum information is compiled from publicly available sources and participating museums. Museums retain all rights to their own branding, images, and content.

9. Changes to Terms

We may update these Terms of Use at any time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last updated" date. Continued use of the Website after changes constitutes acceptance of the new terms.

10. Termination

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate access to the Website at any time, without notice, for any reason, including violation of these terms.

11. Governing Law

These Terms of Use are governed by the laws of England and Wales.

Any disputes shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales.

12. Severability

If any provision of these terms is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.

13. Contact

If you have questions about these Terms of Use, please contact us at: [email protected]